{"title":"Reparative giant cell granuloma in association with the developing maxilla: A case report","authors":"Raja Raghu , Manoj Jaiswal , Ashima Goyal , Vidya Rattan","doi":"10.1016/j.pdj.2023.09.001","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.pdj.2023.09.001","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Background</h3><p>Reparative giant cell granuloma (RGCG) is a benign lesion with common gnathic expression in young patients. It is divided into aggressive and non-aggressive forms based on clinical and radiological features.</p></div><div><h3>Case presentation</h3><p><span><span>This is a case report of reparative granuloma of the maxilla in a six-year-old child who presented with asymptomatic </span>gingival overgrowth in the maxillary teeth region which was surgically excised. An aggressive recurrence was noted eight months after excision, which was then excised with wider margins under </span>general anesthesia. The case was finally diagnosed as the central type of RGCG with no further recurrence up till 36 months follow up.</p></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><p>Early recognition of RGCG is key to avoiding eventual demolitive outcomes. The complete wide excision of such lesions minimizes the chances of recurrence.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":19977,"journal":{"name":"Pediatric Dental Journal","volume":"33 3","pages":"Pages 223-227"},"PeriodicalIF":0.8,"publicationDate":"2023-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"134995538","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Vrushali Patil, Shilpa S. Naik, Sanjana R. Kodical, Rucha Bhise Patil, Shreya Khodke, Kiran Ghule
{"title":"Randomized clinical evaluation and parental satisfaction between zirconia crowns and stainless-steel crowns in primary molars: A 24 month follow up","authors":"Vrushali Patil, Shilpa S. Naik, Sanjana R. Kodical, Rucha Bhise Patil, Shreya Khodke, Kiran Ghule","doi":"10.1016/j.pdj.2023.07.002","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.pdj.2023.07.002","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Introduction and aim</h3><p>The aim of this study was to compare the clinical success and parental satisfaction of zirconia<span> crowns (Kids-e-crowns™) with preformed stainless-steel crowns (3M™ ESPE) in the restoration of primary first and second molars.</span></p></div><div><h3>Materials and methods</h3><p>This randomized controlled clinical trial was designed as a split-mouth study. 100 teeth in 47 children aged between 3 and 7 years were selected and randomly assigned in two groups, each group containing 50 teeth. Restorations were evaluated at 24 h, 3, 6, 12 and 24 months recall appointments examining the following criteria-restoration failure, marginal integrity, gingival health, plaque accumulation, occlusion, opposing tooth wear and parental satisfaction.</p></div><div><h3>Results</h3><p>The performance of both the groups was comparable in terms of restoration failure, marginal integrity, gingival health, occlusion, opposing tooth wear. However, plaque accumulation was significantly higher in stainless-steel crowns than zirconia crowns.</p></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><p>Two year follow-up indicated that preformed zirconia crowns are an excellent aesthetic alternative to stainless-steel crowns as full coronal restorations in the paediatric population.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":19977,"journal":{"name":"Pediatric Dental Journal","volume":"33 3","pages":"Pages 175-181"},"PeriodicalIF":0.8,"publicationDate":"2023-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"46232895","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Özlem Akkemik , Servet Kesim , Ela Çabuk Renklibay , Deniz Ökdemir , Recep Saraymen , Selim Kurtoğlu
{"title":"Saliva and GCF cytokine levels in insulin-dependent diabetic teens and their relationship with metabolic status and disease duration","authors":"Özlem Akkemik , Servet Kesim , Ela Çabuk Renklibay , Deniz Ökdemir , Recep Saraymen , Selim Kurtoğlu","doi":"10.1016/j.pdj.2023.10.002","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.pdj.2023.10.002","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Objective</h3><p><span><span>Hyperglycemia damages periodontal tissues by several mechanisms, primarily via dysregulated </span>cytokine production<span><span>. However, studies examining the relationship between cytokine levels, periodontal status, and diabetes-related parameters in teenage Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus (T1DM) patients are scarce. This investigation aimed to determine the levels of cytokines such as IL-33, IL-22, IL-17, IL-6, TNF-α and interferon (IFN)-γ in the saliva and </span>gingival crevicular fluid<span> (GCF) of T1DM teens and correlate these values with the patients’ periodontal health and DM-related parameters such as FBG, </span></span></span>HbA1c, and diabetes duration.</p></div><div><h3>Material and methods</h3><p>Saliva, GCF samples and full-mouth clinical periodontal recordings were obtained from 40 T1DM and 40 non-diabetic teenagers. IFN-γ, TNF-α, IL-6, IL-17, IL-22, and IL-33 levels were analyzed by ELISA.</p></div><div><h3>Results</h3><p>Clinical bleeding on probing (BOP) and periodontal probing depth measures did not differ between the groups. The plaque and gingival index, as well as saliva and GCF levels of all cytokines tested were found to be comparatively higher in the cases. Correlations were detected between the duration of DM and salivary IL-17 and IL-33 levels, between FBG and GCF IL-17 levels, and between BOP and salivary IL-33 levels. Salivary IL-17 and IL-33 levels showed significant correlation solely with the duration of DM.</p></div><div><h3>Conclusions</h3><p>IL-33 and IL-17 appear to be a potent combination of cytokines in regulating salivary composition over time in Type I diabetic teens. A better understanding of the time-dependent release of salivary cytokines in Type I diabetic teens may help develop treatment strategies and improve oral health.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":19977,"journal":{"name":"Pediatric Dental Journal","volume":"33 3","pages":"Pages 192-198"},"PeriodicalIF":0.8,"publicationDate":"2023-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"136159991","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Diagnosis of maxillary lateral incisor dens invaginatus and therapeutic approach","authors":"Setsuyo Morimoto, Kana Goto, Asaumi Haruka, Tabata Keiko, Daiki Matsuoka, Shuhei Naka, Michiyo Matsumoto-Nakano","doi":"10.1016/j.pdj.2023.06.003","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.pdj.2023.06.003","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Dens invaginatus<span><span> (DI) is a developmental malformation caused by infolding of enamel and dentin toward the pulp cavity. A deep foramen cecum or unusual crown morphology is often seen in the area of affected teeth, which re most frequently in </span>maxillary lateral incisors<span><span><span>. DI is often associated with occurrence of internal caries without the clear symptoms and occasionally causes the pulp death, thus early diagnosis and treatment<span> are important, as well as schedule follow-up examinations. Report here is a child aged 9 years 5 months with DI in the maxillary left lateral incisor. Based on </span></span>cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) findings, the case was diagnosed as </span>pulp necrosis<span><span> and acute periapical abscess related to Oehlers type I DI. </span>Endodontic<span> treatment in consideration of the affected immature tooth and canal filling with calcium hydroxide<span> paste were performed. Post-procedure CBCT imaging showed deposition of a calcified mass in the canal and reduced apical radiolucency, suggesting a favorable treatment outcome. Careful clinical and radiographic examinations should be conducted to identify DI and manage affected patients.</span></span></span></span></span></p></div>","PeriodicalId":19977,"journal":{"name":"Pediatric Dental Journal","volume":"33 3","pages":"Pages 216-222"},"PeriodicalIF":0.8,"publicationDate":"2023-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"43777482","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Pulp canal calcification in young permanent teeth that have undergone vital pulp therapy: A review","authors":"Akarapong Boontankun, Chanika Manmontri, Nattakan Chaipattanawan, Papimon Chompu-inwai","doi":"10.1016/j.pdj.2023.05.003","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.pdj.2023.05.003","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Background</h3><p>Studies have demonstrated high success rates of vital pulp therapy (VPT) in young patients; however, pulp canal calcification (PCC) is one of the most concerning complications in teeth that have undergone VPT. Currently, there is limited evidence regarding PCC in VPT-treated teeth.</p></div><div><h3>Objective</h3><p>This paper aimed to review the incidence of PCC and its associated complications, the factors that may influence PCC, and describe the clinical management of PCC in teeth that have undergone VPT.</p></div><div><h3>Results</h3><p>Previous studies have reported PCC incidences of 0%–45.0%, and factors that may be associated with the incidence and magnitude of PCC include preoperative diagnosis of the tooth, stage of root development, type of VPT, pulp dressing material, and follow-up period. However, the evidence on the complications of PCC in VPT-treated teeth is insufficient, and there is debate regarding PCC management.</p></div><div><h3>Conclusions</h3><p>Further research in this area will aid in the development of appropriate management strategies for PCC in VPT-treated teeth.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":19977,"journal":{"name":"Pediatric Dental Journal","volume":"33 3","pages":"Pages 199-210"},"PeriodicalIF":0.8,"publicationDate":"2023-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"48312574","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Prenatal, perinatal and postnatal risk factors associated with hypomineralised second primary molars – A cross-sectional study","authors":"Pavithra Devi K , Ashima Goyal , Krishan Gauba , Bhavneet Bharti , Manoj Jaiswal , Arpit Gupta , Sanjeev Kumar Singh","doi":"10.1016/j.pdj.2023.06.002","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.pdj.2023.06.002","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Objective</h3><p>To evaluate the prenatal, perinatal, and postnatal risk factors associated with hypomineralised second primary molars (HSPM) in four to seven-year-old children.</p></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><p><span>This cross-sectional study comprised 300 children (100 with HSPM and 200 controls). Four-to-seven-year-old children were selected after examining for the presence of demarcated hypomineralised lesions in second primary molars using an adapted version of the European Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (EAPD) criteria 2003. Children who exhibited signs of HSPM were selected as the subjects HSPM group), and those children without HSPM were taken as controls. Only patients with documented </span>medical records were included to evaluate the possible risk factors. Information regarding the children's maternal health during pregnancy and postnatal health was recorded using a structured proforma.</p></div><div><h3>Results</h3><p>Mothers suffering from systemic illnesses during pregnancy were significantly more in the HSPM group than controls (61% vs. 13.5%; p < 0.001). Presence of early childhood illnesses (80% vs. 19.0%; p < 0.001), hospital admission more than once in three months (45% vs. 4.5%; p < 0.001), and frequent intake of antibiotics (42% vs. 4.0%; p < 0.001) were significantly more in children with HSPM than the controls.</p></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><p>A significant association between maternal illnesses during pregnancy and HSPM was observed. Children with HSPM experienced more medical conditions than their unaffected counterparts, particularly during the post-natal period.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":19977,"journal":{"name":"Pediatric Dental Journal","volume":"33 3","pages":"Pages 159-166"},"PeriodicalIF":0.8,"publicationDate":"2023-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"48132507","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Dental treatment process of a rare disease: A case report of Escobar syndrome","authors":"Özge Anil, Yasemin Ispir","doi":"10.1016/j.pdj.2023.06.001","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.pdj.2023.06.001","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Background</h3><p><span>Escobar Syndrome is an extremely rare disease. In this syndrome, specific craniofacial findings can be found. These findings may lead to dental pathologies. In the literature, information about the </span>dental treatment processes of these patients is very limited.</p></div><div><h3>Case Presentation</h3><p>We present a case of an 8-year-old boy diagnosed with Escobar Syndrome was referred to us because of toothache<span> and multiple caries. The patient's restorative treatment processes and dental preservation methods were planned. This planning and treatment was planned in accordance with the unique characteristics of the patient's disease.</span></p></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><p>As a result, we believe that it is important for our colleagues to plan the treatment processes of rare diseases specific to the individual and to share this process.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":19977,"journal":{"name":"Pediatric Dental Journal","volume":"33 3","pages":"Pages 211-215"},"PeriodicalIF":0.8,"publicationDate":"2023-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"55222565","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Dens invaginatus of fourteen teeth in a pediatric patient","authors":"Momoko Usuda , Tatsuya Akitomo , Mariko Kametani, Satoru Kusaka, Chieko Mitsuhata, Ryota Nomura","doi":"10.1016/j.pdj.2023.10.001","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.pdj.2023.10.001","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Background</h3><p>Dens invaginatus<span> is a dental anomaly in which the enamel and dentin are deeply enfolded in the pulp cavity.</span></p></div><div><h3>Case presentation</h3><p>A 12-year-and-8-month-old Japanese male was diagnosed with 14 permanent teeth with dens invaginatus. We covered the premolars with glass-ionomer liner, and the pain gradually resolved. Eight months later, periapical radiographs revealed that their roots had developed, confirming the survival of the pulp.</p></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><p>The patient had not received regular check-ups, and dens invaginatus was diagnosed for the first time when pain occurred. This report highlights the importance of regular dental check-ups.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":19977,"journal":{"name":"Pediatric Dental Journal","volume":"33 3","pages":"Pages 240-245"},"PeriodicalIF":0.8,"publicationDate":"2023-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"135809432","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Shutaro Masuda, Yuko Fujita, Tomohiro Takeshima, Mai Fujimoto
{"title":"Impact of gender and physical differences on the development of oral functions in children aged 6–17 years: A cross-sectional study","authors":"Shutaro Masuda, Yuko Fujita, Tomohiro Takeshima, Mai Fujimoto","doi":"10.1016/j.pdj.2023.09.002","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.pdj.2023.09.002","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Objective</h3><p>This study aimed to establish the age at which oral function development completes in males and females, and to determine if obesity contributes to underdevelopment of oral function.</p></div><div><h3>Materials and Methods</h3><p>The study included 241 participants, including 121 males and 120 females aged 6 to 17 years. Following anthropometry and oral examination, maximum occlusal force, lip-closing strength, maximum tongue pressure, and masticatory performance were measured in all participants. The Rohrer Index and body mass index (BMI) were calculated using height and weight measurements, and these scores were grouped into underweight/severely underweight, normal weight, and overweight/obese categories.</p></div><div><h3>Results</h3><p>In males, maximum occlusal force, lip-closing strength, maximum tongue pressure, and masticatory performance increased with age. In females, maximum occlusal force, maximum tongue pressure, and masticatory performance peaked during the teenage years. Masticatory performance in the overweight/obese male group was significantly lower than in the normal weight group (<em>p</em> < 0.05). In females, maximum occlusal force in the underweight/severely underweight group and maximum tongue pressure in the overweight/obese group were significantly lower than in the normal weight group (both, p < 0.05).</p></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><p>Growth patterns of each oral function differ considerably between males and females. Oral functions in females typically reached their peak earlier than in males, with most functions peaking during the teenage years. Overweight/obesity contribute to the underdevelopment of oral functions in both genders. Underweight may also hinder oral function development in females.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":19977,"journal":{"name":"Pediatric Dental Journal","volume":"33 3","pages":"Pages 182-191"},"PeriodicalIF":0.8,"publicationDate":"2023-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0917239423000435/pdfft?md5=ba71ba8804f257d9bdc438079bd7a25c&pid=1-s2.0-S0917239423000435-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"135605343","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Survey of primary tooth eruption status of down syndrome in Japan: Comparison with the Japanese National Survey of Dental Diseases","authors":"Kazutaka Noda , Shinhachi Hanaoka , Masahiro Watanabe , Kazumi Kubota , Koji Yamauchi , Kaoru Kobayashi , Hirokatsu Harasawa , Risa Ikeda , Tomoya Yamahata , Takahiro Funatsu , Masakazu Ikeda , Yoshiharu Mukai , Shouji Hironaka","doi":"10.1016/j.pdj.2023.07.001","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.pdj.2023.07.001","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Introduction</h3><p>Down syndrome (DS) can cause irregular dental eruption patterns and hypodontia. However, data on primary tooth eruption with DS in Japan are insufficient. Therefore, this study aimed to conduct a questionnaire survey to predict dental abnormalities in DS based on tooth eruption status.</p></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><p>A questionnaire survey on the age, sex, number of present teeth, and dental formula of patients with DS was conducted at facilities providing dental care for the disabled in Japan, and the results were compared with those of the Survey of Dental Diseases used as for the control survey.</p></div><div><h3>Results</h3><p>A total of 3656 valid responses were received. This study was analyzed according to the age group of the Survey of Dental Diseases. At 1–14 years old, the mean number of primary teeth per patient was the highest at 4 years old (19.3 teeth). The largest difference from the control survey was at 1 year old, and the difference decreased with age until 4 years. At 3–5 years old, the rate of individual primary tooth eruptions was 14.2% lower for the mandibular primary lateral incisors than that in the control survey. At 15 years old or older, the percentage of people who had persistence of primary teeth was 19.2%. The second primary molars were the most common persistent primary teeth.</p></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><p>DS is characterized by delayed tooth eruption, high incidence of missing teeth, particularly the mandibular primary lateral incisors, and persistence of primary teeth. These findings indicate the importance of developmental support and oral management.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":19977,"journal":{"name":"Pediatric Dental Journal","volume":"33 3","pages":"Pages 167-174"},"PeriodicalIF":0.8,"publicationDate":"2023-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S091723942300040X/pdfft?md5=6431715afb7103dd0cf04567ca54ce5c&pid=1-s2.0-S091723942300040X-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"55222606","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}